errand

noun

Definition of errandnext
as in flight
an act of traveling a short way to do or get something He was sent out on an urgent errand.

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Recent Examples of errand Virginia's Medicaid program covers the assistance, enabling her to work as both an education technology specialist and a professor, run errands, and keep Mason in the home. — Stephanie Armour, CBS News, 31 July 2026 The 35-year-old actor is often photographed doing deeply ordinary things around Manhattan—grabbing coffee, running errands, walking to wherever—wearing outfits that shouldn’t always work but somehow do. — Sam Reed, Glamour, 30 July 2026 Basic styles often lack the cushion and arch support needed for boardwalk strolls, sightseeing around a new town, or even just tackling errands. — Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 30 July 2026 Recreate the look with baggy jeans and ballet flats for running errands or casual date nights with the similar pieces below. — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 30 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for errand
Recent Examples of Synonyms for errand
  1. flight
  2. trip
  3. tour
  4. excursion
  5. jaunt
  6. outing
Noun
  • Aircraft owners use charter revenues to offset some of their operating costs, though the extra flights bring additional expenses for maintenance, pilots, and wear-and-tear.
    — Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Typhoon Dolphin moved over Japan's southern remote islands Friday, causing a main airport on Okinawa to close and grounding all flights in and out of the island, while sending hundreds of people to take shelter at evacuation centers.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of flight
Noun
  • Also, the report found the program saved a total of 8,003 fewer car trips.
    — Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Eliminating trips to public fueling stations could also improve route efficiency for commercial trucking operations.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of trip
Noun
  • Today, Armstrong's two-story boyhood home is an occasional stop for visitors of the Armstrong Air and Space Museum in Wapakoneta, even though the house itself isn't open for tours.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026
  • From scenic tours of national parks to intimate ranch experiences, this is your opportunity to embrace the rugged charm, raw beauty, and unforgettable adventure of the American West.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of tour
Noun
  • That’s just about $7 under budget for a four-person, sweet treat excursion.
    — Hali Smith August 1, Idaho Statesman, 1 Aug. 2026
  • What to do nearby Ibiza Town is just a 20-minute stroll away along the marina, an essential excursion for anyone staying here.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
Definition of excursion
Noun
  • The essential European jaunt Come summertime, Europe is transformed into a playground for global jet-setters.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
  • These jaunts test sensors and advanced new materials in the hypersonic flight environment, among other tasks.
    — Mike Wall, Space.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of jaunt
Noun
  • The outing marks the first time drummer Alex, 73, and singer Roth, 71, have shared a stage since Van Halen’s final performance at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles in October 2015.
    — Rachel DeSantis, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Fellow Season 4 cast members Ben Kingsley, Max Greenfield and Vincent Cassel did not appear to have joined the outing.
    — Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of outing

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